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HFD 597K

1972 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

64,530 mi
Last recorded64,530 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFD 597K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2017 64,530 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 64,530 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 64,336 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 63,913 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 63,531 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 62,977 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 62,301 miles

How Reliable is the MG Midget?

Based on 84,419 MOT tests across 9,949 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
286
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
9,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,648
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,284
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,239
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,079
Stop lamp not working 2,058
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HFD 597K is a 1972 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1972 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 33,792 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Midget fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,648 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HFD 597K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Midget typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 54 years old, this MG Midget is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HFD 597K?

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What year was HFD 597K registered?

HFD 597K is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 19 July 1972.

Is HFD 597K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFD 597K shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HFD 597K have outstanding finance?

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